Accountant

CPL Aromas; Mataró; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

CPL Aromas is seeking a Finance Manager to maintain accurate accounts, support month-end closings and audits, and assist with budgets and forecasts. You will manage supplier invoices, intercompany activities, and treasury tasks while ensuring tax compliance and robust financial reporting.

The role requires 3–5 years in a similar position, fluent Spanish and strong English, and experience with MS Office and D365. A collaborative team environment in Spain awaits.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an equivalent finance role.
• Experience in import/export activities (preferred).
• High level of Spanish (C1–C2) and English (B2–C1).
• Knowledge of cost accounting, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency with financial software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Keep the company’s accounts accurate and up to date, including month-end closing and audits.
• Post and register supplier invoices (services) and reconcile intercompany balances.
• Manage banking, cash flow, and treasury tasks; maintain databases.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and support monthly closing processes.
• Assist with tax management processes (VAT, Intrastat, SII) and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Problem solving

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder communication

Teamwork

Education

Accounting/Finance/Economics degree

Non-regulated accounting training (30–60+ hours)

CMA/CGMA certification (asset)

Tools

Microsoft D365

MS Office

Job description

As the largest fragrance only fragrance house in the world, we take pride in proactively shaping the future of the fragrance industry. We focus all our creativity, innovation, and energy into making fragrances and nothing else. CPL Aromas is home to some of the world’s leading perfumers, and we’re trusted by top brands to translate their creative vision into beautiful scents. We provide career and development opportunities for talented individuals across a range of disciplines – from all support functions to customer facing roles. A job at CPL Aromas promises a unique career path for anyone with a passion for the world of fragrance. With operations all over the world, we celebrate a diverse range of cultures at CPL Aromas and, we offer equal opportunities and flexibilities.

Reports To

Finance Manager

Job Purpose

Keep the company’s accounts accurate and up to date, ensuring a true and fair view of the financial situation at all times. The role provides support to the finance team, particularly during month‑end closing and audit processes.

Tasks And Responsibilities

Financial & Accounting Management

• Collect and analyze financial information for internal use.
• Assume responsibility for accounting procedures.
• Post and register supplier invoices (services).
• Supervise the posting of raw materials invoices.
• Register and post DUA (customs) invoices.
• Reconcile intercompany balances and post related accruals.
• Control and account for credit card transactions.
• Create and analyze month‑end reports on supplier invoices.

Banking, Cash Flow & Treasury

• Maintain and update customer and supplier databases.
• Manage employee expenses and perform related postings.

Reporting, Budgeting & Month‑End Closing

• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Support the monthly closing process.
• Support Senior Accountant and Finance Director in resolving issues during closings and audits.

Tax & Compliance

• Support tax management processes (SII, Intrastat, VAT, etc.).

Administrative & Documentation Support

• Provide administrative support for archive management.
• Manage import/export documentation and Letters of Credit.
• Perform any other duties required by the nature of the role.

Skills And Attributes Required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (Spanish and English).
• Organize work effectively and manage multiple priorities.
• Solve problems with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrate an analytical mindset with strong mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate internally and with other stakeholders.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Education

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Complete non‑regulated training in accounting (30–60 hours or more), as an advantage.
• Relevant certifications (CMA, CGMA) as an asset.

Professional Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in an equivalent position.
• Experience in import/export business activities (preferred).

Other Skills And Requirements

• High level of Spanish (C1-C2).
• Medium-high level of English (B2‑C1).
• Demonstrate knowledge of cost accounting and reporting.
• Demonstrate knowledge of risk analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Use financial software and MS Office proficiently.
• Use Microsoft D365 (preferred/asset).
• Hold valid work‑permit in Spain.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment irrespective of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity or disability status.